Stephanie Selvera
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cogdell Memorial Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Charge Nurse
Cogdell Memorial Hospital
10.2014 - Current
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during rounds, providing input and advocating for patient needs.
- Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
- Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Scenic Mountain Medical Center
02.2014 - 09.2014
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
Charge Nurse
Mitchell County Hospital
10.2011 - 02.2014
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Organized regular meetings within the department to discuss process improvements or address any challenges faced by our team members.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Conroe Regional Medical Center
02.2009 - 06.2011
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and satisfaction scores.
- Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations in the Medical ICU setting, fostering professional growth.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique.
- Reduced ICU readmissions through thorough patient assessments, timely interventions, and effective discharge education.
- Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Conroe Regional Medical Center
03.1999 - 12.2008
- Fostered strong relationships with other members of the healthcare team by demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and excellent interpersonal skills at all times.
- Streamlined the admission process for telemetry patients by quickly setting up monitoring equipment and accurately inputting data into the electronic health record system.
- Monitored and documented heart rhythms according to physicians' orders.
- Improved workflow efficiency by maintaining up-to-date documentation on monitored patients, including rhythm strips and vital signs.
- Assisted with improvement and implementation of cardiac log forms.
- Exhibited proficiency in utilizing various telemetry systems and software programs, adapting quickly to new technologies as needed to maintain high-quality patient monitoring services.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lone Star College-Kingwood
Kingwood, TX12.2008
Skills
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- EKG Interpretation
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Cardiac monitors
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- PALS
- ACLS
- TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cogdell Memorial Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse
Cogdell Memorial Hospital
10.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Scenic Mountain Medical Center
02.2014 - 09.2014
Charge Nurse
Mitchell County Hospital
10.2011 - 02.2014
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Conroe Regional Medical Center
02.2009 - 06.2011
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Conroe Regional Medical Center
03.1999 - 12.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lone Star College-Kingwood
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